Big Rig & Large Truck Accidents Cause Big Injuries
Truck accidents have the potential to upend one’s life. These crashes tend to be particularly violent due to the sheer size of the big rig. Commercial trucks are enormous, heavy and difficult to control. As a result, the injury and fatality rates of those involved in such accidents are much higher than regular accidents involving the typical automobiles.
18-wheelers, semi-trucks, tractor-trailers, and big rigs of other varieties pose high risks to drivers. Do not look any further than the standards and regulations that govern truck driver hiring practices, loading procedures and driving to find evidence of the risks trucks pose. However, truck accidents still occur even with such regulations in place.
The Many Causes of Nashville Truck Accidents
Nashville has particularly heavy traffic thanks to our vibrant economy and lovely weather; the unfortunate downside to our area’s beautiful weather and burgeoning business scene. Nashville’s roads and highways certainly have their fair share of massive trucks.
The unfortunate truth is that truck drivers make some mistakes on the road. Whether it is driving while fatigued or distracted, improper truck maintenance or driving while overloaded, many different factors can lead to an accident that spurs injured parties to contact our Nashville truck accidents attorneys.
The most common causes of truck accidents:
- A narrow window for deliveries and/or working long hours can exhaust a truck driver to the point that his quality of driving deteriorates.
- The truck’s brakes, tires and other parts deteriorate.
- An overloaded cargo bed making it difficult to control the truck.
- Speeding to meet a delivery deadline. Trucks traveling at a high rate of speed are unable to slow down, stop or maneuver to avoid accidents.
- Failing to check blind spots prior to changing lanes, or turning.
What to Do If You Have Been Injured in a Truck Accident
Injured in a truck accident? The first step is to obtain medical attention. Then, reach out to our Nashville truck accidents attorneys at Lerner & Rowe for legal assistance. Our Nashville truck accidents attorneys will review your case, take legal action against the truck driver or the trucking company and stop at nothing to obtain the compensation you deserve. We gather all forms of evidence, ranging from footage from the on-board truck camera to witness statements, accident reports and beyond.
Contact us today at 615-333-8888 to schedule a free consultation so we can review the nuances of your Nashville truck accident.